The Effect of Cerium Ions on the Structure, Porosity and Electrochemical Properties of Si/Zr-Based Hybrid Sol-Gel Coatings Deposited on Aluminum
This study was focused on the synthesis and characterization of Si/Zr-based hybrid sol-gel coatings with and without the addition of cerium(III) ions. The coatings were deposited on aluminum aiming to act as an effective and ecologically harmless alternative to toxic chromate coatings. The chemical...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2018-04-01
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Series: | Metals |
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Online Access: | http://www.mdpi.com/2075-4701/8/4/248 |